Budgeting & Finances
Budgeting for your stay at Memorial University is very important. Here, we have compiled some general everyday items to give you an example of the cost of everyday living. To note:
- Please refer to the University's Website for up-to-date information on Tuition and Fees for undergraduate students.
- For information on Graduate Student tuition and fees, please refer to the appropriate website
- If you wish to stay on-campus, please refer to the University Residences Resource Page for on-campus cost of living
To give you an example of how much it costs to live in St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, we've compiled a short list of some everyday expenses (in CAD):
| ITEM | COST (EST.) | |
| FOOD | ||
| Loaf of Bread | $4.50 | |
| Milk (2L) | $4.50 | |
| Eggs (Dozen) | $5.00 | |
| Avocado (1) | $2.00 | |
| Tomatoes (pound) | $3.99 | |
| Apples (3 lb. bag) | $7.99 | |
| Can of Soup | $1.99 | |
| Potatoes (10 pound bag) | $7.99 | |
| Coffee (pound) | $10-20 | |
| Frozen Dinner (Lunch) | $4.50 | |
| Bananas (per pound) | $.99 - 1.19 | |
| Total Food Cost Estimate (Monthly per person) | $300-$400 | |
| CLOTHING | ||
| Winter Jacket | $100-300 | |
| Winter Boots | $50-200 | |
| Winter Stocking Cap and Gloves | $75 | |
| TRANSPORTATION | ||
| Bus Fare (1 ride) | $2.50 | |
| Bus Pass (1 semester) | $275 | |
| Taxi Fare (15 minutes) | $20-$30 | |
| Gas (L) | $1.90 | |
| ACCOMMODATION & LIVING | ||
| Rent (shared room in house / apartment) | $600-$800 | |
| Rent (1 bedroom apartment for single students or couples) | $1000-$1300 | |
| Electricity - Heat / Light (if utilities not included) (per month) | $80-125 | |
| High Speed Internet (per month, not shared) | $100-$150 | |
| Cable TV (per month, not shared) | $50-$150 | |
| Cell Phone Plan (per month) | $60-$100 | |
| ENTERTAINMENT | ||
| Movie Ticket | $12.25 | |
| Hockey Ticket | $20 - $32 | |
| Basketball Ticket | $15 - $40 | |
| Live Theatre (look for "PWYC" shows) | $15 - $40 | |
| Dining Out (Fast Food Meal) | $10 - $15 | |
| Dining Out (Sports Bar, Family Restaurant) | $20 - $40 | |